Crafting solutions that move us forward.

Design. Construct. Invent.

College of Engineering and Technology

One of WCU’s six academic colleges, the College of Engineering and Technology offers a variety of degree programs in engineering, technology and construction management.
Each program is centered on two interlocking goals: to prepare students for career
success through project-based learning and engage students and faculty in productive
partnerships with business and industry for economic development.

Kimmel School of Construction Management

Project-Based Learning

Preparing students for post-graduation success

Hands-on experience

Project-based learning is an integral part of the curriculum for every program in
the College of Engineering and Technology. Our students work in teams with faculty
and staff, corporate partners, and project sponsors to discover solutions to problems
that will have impact far beyond the classroom. We offer students and partners access
to incredible facilities with the latest engineering technologies. As a result, we
have undergraduates who have received patents for new inventions and others whose
work has been published in prestigious journals. Thanks to our project-based approach,
our graduates have a distinct advantage in the job market.

Research and Development

The Rapid Center

The College of Engineering and Technology partners with business and industry to research,
design and test new products and processes through The Rapid Center, WCU’s in-house
research and development facility.

Work With Students

Through the Rapid Center, businesses and industry can work with engineering students
in the School of Engineering + Technology on research and development projects. We
accept project proposals year round and conduct projects in the spring and fall.